Dascyllus aruanus

Damselfishes

White-tailed damselfish
Dreibinden-Preußenfisch
Markiezinnetje
Demoiselle à trois bandes noires
Damisela de tres bandas
Damigella codabianca

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 20 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
Maximum age known : 6 year(s)
The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
Diet : Algae - Zooplankton -
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!